Hsinbyume Pagoda Tourism

Type of destination: Pagoda

Ideal visit duration: 1-2 hours

Hsinbyume Pagoda, also known as Myatheindan Pagoda, is a breathtaking white structure on the banks of the Irrawaddy River in Mingun, just northwest of Mandalay in Myanmar (Burma). It was built in 1816 by Prince Bagyidaw, who later became King Bagyidaw, as a memorial to his first consort and cousin, Princess Hsinbyume, which translates to 'White Elephant Princess.' The architecture of the pagoda is unique, inspired by the description of the mythical Sulamani Pagoda on Mount Meru, which is considered the center of the universe in Buddhist-Hindu cosmology. The pagoda's distinctive design includes seven wavy terraces, representing the seven mountain ranges going up to Mount Meru. These terraces are adorned with small pagodas and niches containing figures of mythical creatures. The pagoda is painted white, symbolizing the purity of the Buddha and standing out against the blue sky and green landscape. It was damaged by an earthquake in 1839 but has been restored to its original glory.

Hsinbyume Pagoda Tourism

Hsinbyume Pagoda Tourism

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